How many pairs of contrasting characters in pea plants were studied by Mendel in his experiments?
A
Eight
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B
Seven
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C
Five
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D
Six
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Solution
The correct option is B Seven Seven pairs of contrasting characters in pea plants were studied by Mendel in his experiments. They were : i) form of seed; ii) colour of cotyledons; iii) colour of seed coat; iv) form of pod; v) colour of pod; vi) position of flower; vii) height of plant (length of stem).